The plant also grows in open ground conditions in greenhouses and.

This is, less often, a tree, up to 20 meters high. Today, more than 80 species of this plant are known, which, in turn, have many varieties.

The flowering period of many varieties is more than six months, so the species undoubtedly deserves attention. Next, we’ll find out where it grows and get acquainted with its interesting species.

Japanese (Camellia japonica)

This plant is native to northwestern China and Japan and is found in Taiwan, South Korea, and Shandong. Habitat in the wild - southern regions with a temperate and humid climate at an altitude of 250 to 1100 meters. As a rule, the height of a tree is from 1 to 5.5 meters. In rare cases for this type of camellia, it can reach 11 meters.
The crown of Camellia japonica is sparse, but at the same time quite voluminous. The leaves are dark green, 5 to 10 cm long and up to 6 cm wide, oval, pointed. Flowers no more than 4 centimeters in diameter, one or several, appear from the leaf axils. In garden varieties they are much larger - from 7 to 11 centimeters

Did you know? The plant was first mentioned in writing in Japan in the 1st century AD. And only in the 17th century it was brought to Europe and described by the Jesuit monk Georg JosephCammelus (1661–1706). The name is given from his last name.

The species is the ancestor of a thousand or so varieties, so there is a wide variety of its flowers in shape and color. They are simple in shape, terry in half, terry type, terry symmetrically, type and type. The color scheme is all shades of pink and red, cream and bright yellow.

Varieties popular in cultivation:

Camellia japonica blooms from October to April. There should be enough moisture in a temperate climate.

Chinese or tea bush (Camellia sinensis)

It was the tea bush Camellia sinensis that brought the genus world fame. The first cultivation was in China, and then in Japan. IN early XIX centuries it continued to be cultivated in India and on the island of Java.
In addition to these regions, today large plantations of Camellia sinensis are also located in Sri Lanka, in some regions of South Africa and South America, in the south of a number of European countries, in Georgia, Azerbaijan and the Krasnodar Territory of the Russian Federation.
Tea bushes in nature are rarely tall, but individual specimens can still grow up to 10 meters. The leaf length ranges from 5 to 7 centimeters, and the width does not exceed 4 cm. They are oval in shape, slightly long, dark green in color. The flowers are small, up to 3 centimeters, very reminiscent of jasmine flowers. They are found in white and less often in soft pink, the middle with bright yellow stamens.

Did you know? Of the large number of flowers, only 2-4 percent bear fruit.

Dark brown up to 1 centimeter in diameter. They are successfully used for growing tea bushes at home and in greenhouses.
From the name it is obvious that the leaves are used to make everyone’s favorite tea, and oil is obtained from the seeds, which is used both for technical purposes and for food consumption.

Mountain, or camellia sasanqua (Camellia sasanqua)

Mountain camellia has another name - sazanka. It was brought to Europe from East and Southeast Asia. “Mountain tea that blooms beautifully” is how the name of this plant is translated from Japanese. It differs from its Chinese and Japanese sisters in its short stature - its height does not exceed 5 meters.
The leaf, in addition to the usual dark green color, has a slightly fluffy dark vein at the bottom. Its length is up to 7 and width up to 3 centimeters. This type of camellia grows well in all conditions - in the house, greenhouse, garden.

Sazanka begins to bloom in November and ends in December, which is why it is called the “flower of the autumn sun.” A little more than a hundred varieties have been bred from this species by cultivation. Due to their short stature, dwarf varieties are well cultivated from carp.

Saluenskaya (Camellia saluenensis)

This interesting view The bush camellia was first introduced by George Forest in 1917. The homeland of this plant is the Chinese provinces of Yunnan and Sichuan, where it grows in mixed forests and on mountain slopes at an altitude of 1200-2800 meters.
Bushes up to 4 meters high, compact, with a branched crown. Leaf length is 2.5-5.5 cm, width - up to 2.5 cm, they are oblong-elliptical in shape. The flowers are white or pink with yellow stamens, up to 5 cm in diameter.

Many varieties of garden camellia have been bred from this species, which tolerate cold climates well and last longer than others. The most famous is the Williams hybrid. It was obtained by crossing the Saluen and Japanese species.

Reticulated (Camellia reticulata)

The habitat of Camellia reticulum is limited to Yunnan Province, southwestern Sichuan Province and western Guizhou Province in South China. This species is distinguished from the others by the largest size of both the flower and the plant. The height of this reaches 15-20 meters, and the flower can be up to 23 centimeters in diameter.
The flowers have a barely noticeable mesh surface - hence the name. In the 20s of the XVII century, one of the Camellia reticulata varieties was brought to the capital of Foggy Albion. After 6 years, the tree blossomed and created a real sensation in the horticultural society.

Did you know? It was customary to plant reticulated camellia trees on the territory of Buddhist monasteries. One such tree with the name “Ten Thousand Flowers”, growing in a Buddhist temple near the city of Liyan, is more than 500 years old.

Golden-flowered (Camellia chrysantha)

Golden Camellia of China- this is the name of the species with the bright name golden-flowered. During the flowering period, it amazes with its beauty, because more than 200 flowers bloom almost simultaneously. Growth is limited to Guangxi Province in China.
The plant reaches a height of up to 5 meters and grows in forests in areas with high humidity. Camellia chrysantha is on the verge of extinction, so it was listed in the Red Book in 2006.

Camellia japonica is a plant of the Tea family. Its homeland is considered to be Southeast Asia. It is widespread in this region and has long been used as one of the most beautiful ornamental plants. This tall shrub has a long flowering period and a large number of beautiful large flowers. Growing Japanese camellia at home is an extremely difficult task. The plant is quite demanding in terms of conditions of maintenance and quality of care.

Introduction

The camellia owes its name to the naturalist Joseph Kamelius, who first introduced Europeans to this culture. In its homeland, camellia can reach gigantic sizes. Trees 5-6 m high are considered the norm in Japan. In addition, in the city of Hagi, where camellia festivals are held annually, there is a whole grove of Japanese camellia trees, about 15 m high.

However, it seems unlikely to obtain such sizes under our growing conditions; Usually, the trees or bushes growing here reach no more than 1.5 m in height.

Camellia – evergreen, having a dense deciduous mass. Traditionally, the dark green shade of the leaves, often glossy, predominates. The leaf size is predominantly 6-8 cm; Most often the leaves are characterized by an oval shape, but elongated leaves up to 11 cm in length are also found.

The plant branches abundantly and usually the outermost branches act as peduncles. The buds form in the axils of the leaves.

Plant care

Camellia japonica makes serious demands on living conditions. It is difficult to single out any one factor influencing the normal well-being of a plant, since it is important to observe almost all of them: lighting, temperature, and watering.

Variety Mary Williams

Provide the right conditions It's not easy to keep camellias, since maintaining some of them at the same time at home is relatively problematic. However, if they are followed correctly, you can achieve not only flowering of the camellia, but also its fruiting. Let's look at the conditions for keeping the plant and how to care for it in more detail.

Habitat and lighting

Conditions best suited for the plant winter garden, in which the necessary lighting standards are observed. In addition, camellia requires low temperature contents in winter period.

Duration daylight hours for camellia it should be at least 12-14 hours. This means additional lighting in winter using special means. As such, you can use phytolamps or fluorescent lamps.

Phytolamp for flowers

Camellia requires at home illumination of at least 3000 lux. This means that for each plant in the absence solar lighting At least 2 fluorescent lamps with a power of 30 W or more are required.

An insufficient level of lighting can lead to the fact that the plant not only does not bloom, but also begins to shed its leaves.

One important fact should also be taken into account: Once the plant begins to form buds in the leaf axils, under no circumstances should it be moved or the position of the light sources changed. In the best case, the budding process will stop; with more severe consequences, the plant may even die.

Plant decorating a summer terrace

At the same time, in other periods (for example, in summer or winter, when the flowers are already formed), the plant can be moved from place to place without any problems. In particular, in the summer it is recommended to move the camellia to the balcony or garden - such events will not have any negative consequences for the plant.

It should be remembered that the foliage of the plant does not tolerate direct sunlight. It would be best to install the plant in partial shade, even artificially created.

Soil and container

The soil mixture can be poor or rich; this does not play a significant role for the plant. The main thing is that the soil should be loose and acidic.

The main requirements for soil are its acidity and softness.

If possible, it is necessary to select soil for the camellia that best matches its natural habitat conditions; its composition will be something like this:

• leaf soil - 2 parts
• coniferous soil - 2 parts
• peat bog – 2 parts
• perlite – 2 parts
• sand – part 2

If these components are not at hand, the soil can be made like this:

• leaf soil - 2 parts
• turf soil – 1 part
• peat – 2 parts
• sand – 1 part

Thermal treatment of soil to prevent fungal diseases is not required, since camellia, even in humid climates, resists fungal diseases quite well. Even if the plant infects root rot, after transplanting it into drier soil, the fungus goes away on its own. Therefore, it will be enough to simply wash the soil with a 0.2% solution of potassium permanganate and dry it thoroughly.

The pot for the plant can be anything - either clay or plastic.

The main requirement for the container is drainage at the level of ¼ of the height of the pot, most often consisting of small crushed stone or expanded clay. Typically, pots with a height of 20-25 cm and a diameter of 15-18 cm are chosen for camellias. Transplantation into large containers is done when the plant grows too much.

Temperature conditions

Since the flowering time of the plant occurs in winter and lasts from December to April.

Necessary Special attention give to the right temperature conditions in winter and off-season

From March to September it is necessary to maintain the temperature from +20°C to +25°C. At the same time, when the budding process begins (and it sometimes occurs long before flowering, in October-November), the temperature should be lowered to +18°-20°C and maintained all the time until the generative buds are fully formed. This usually takes about a month.

IN " winter time", that is, from December to February, the temperature of the plant should be in the range from +8°C to +12°C. At the same time, going beyond such a “temperature corridor” can lead to the following unpleasant consequences:

At temperatures above +12°C, formed buds and even blossoming flowers will begin to fall off. A decrease in temperature will lead to a noticeable decrease in the number of blooming flowers and the fall of some foliage; the plant will live, but its decorative value will be significantly reduced.

One more thing that should definitely be mentioned: Camellia does not tolerate drafts very well, however, it needs fresh air like no other plant pet. This means that in summer time it is necessary to either ventilate the premises where the plant is located, or take it out into the garden or onto the balcony in the summer. In winter, you should ventilate the room, taking measures to prevent too cold air from reaching the plant.

Watering and air humidity

Camellia is a moisture-loving plant, however, watering rates depend on the season. The main criterion for the need for watering is the drying out of the top layer of soil. Typically, in summer watering is done once every 2-3 days, in winter - about half as often.

In winter, water evaporates much more slowly, so with a large number of waterings or their high intensity, there is a possibility of damage to the root system.

Special requirements are imposed on water quality. The water should be the same temperature as the soil, in addition, it should not be alkaline. The latter means that watering plants with tap water without allowing it to settle is prohibited.

It is necessary to use settled or boiled water, which, in addition, should be acidified with a solution of vinegar. To do this, add 2-3 drops of 9% table vinegar to one liter of water intended for irrigation.

Camellia does not do well in rooms with dry air. Therefore, it should not be placed close to heating devices. In addition, the indoor air needs periodic humidification. To do this, you can use either automatic air humidifiers, or you need to place a container of water next to the plant so that it can evaporate freely.

Camellia also responds well to spraying it from a spray bottle.. However, water should not get on the buds and flowers - only the leaves can be moistened.

Fertilizers

In summer, camellia does not need feeding. Only if its appearance deteriorates can you apply fertilizer once a month. Complex fertilizers for azaleas are used as fertilizers. Its dose in summer should be half the recommended one.

During budding, which occurs in autumn, the frequency of feeding increases to 3 times a month., and their dose is taken equal to the recommended one. However, you should not use fertilizers that have expired.

Transfer

Plants under the age of 3 years need annual replanting with a complete change of soil. It is produced in early spring

Mature plants usually do not need replanting. In this case, the neck of the plant cannot be immersed in the ground. Before transplanting, water the plant abundantly so as not to injure its root system.

Reproduction

The plant reproduces quite well both by vegetative and seed methods. If the plant’s flowering process is normal, then after about a month it will form fruits that can be planted in the ground immediately after the fruit pods have dried. In this case, the same soil is used as for adult plants. All conditions for growing young plants - from temperature and lighting to watering - are the same as for adults.

Among the vegetative methods of propagation, cuttings are used. Cuttings from the tops of adult plants 5-8 cm long are used as cuttings. They take root quite well in water or in a mixture of peat and sand in equal proportions. Apply some special means, such as wrapping cuttings in improvised polyethylene greenhouses is not necessary.

If something went wrong...

If there were any deviations from the rules of caring for the plant, the plant may experience certain problems.

Let's look at the main ways to solve them:

1. Fall of leaves is often associated with a violation of the watering regime. In some cases, this happens when there is a lack of some nutrients. It is necessary to adjust watering and fertilizing.
2. If leaves appear brown spots, then most likely it is due to sunburn. In this case, measures should be taken to shade the plant.
3. Leaching of the soil or its excessive acidification leads to poor flowering. It is advisable to transplant the plant into the ground correct composition. Too much acidity of the soil can be determined by the presence of a whitish coating on it.
4. If the plant is attacked by insects, for example, aphids or spider mites, it should be treated with an insecticide. In some cases, simply treating the leaves and stems with a soap solution helps.

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Varieties of Camellia japonica

The varietal diversity of camellia is quite large. Already about 300 years ago, at least two hundred varieties of this plant were bred in Japan. Currently, their number exceeds a thousand. Among them there are plants with a variety of colors - from red-violet to snow-white. In addition, there are also multi-color and striped coloring.

Camellia hedge

The shape of the petals and their texture also have a wide choice - from simple and smooth to terry. There is a wide variety of flower sizes: from 5 to 15 cm in diameter. Their density can also be almost any: from 2-3 to a dozen flowers on one branch.

Let's consider the most popular varieties camellias, about which we can say that it is at least possible to grow them in our home conditions.

• Possesses beautiful flowers spherical in shape, with almost perfect radial symmetry.
• The color is perfect white. It is considered a terry variety, although this is only noticeable up close.
• The petals of this camellia flowers are smooth along almost the entire length, except for a small part of their outer edge.
• Also distinctive feature This variety has elongated leaves that have a glossy tint on both sides

Giulio Nucci

Giulio Nucci

• Distinguished by raspberry-colored petals. In turn, petals come in several types.
• The outer petals are usually round or elongated shape and are located in several rows along the edge.
• The petals located inside the flower are usually small and dense.
• Sometimes they are very thin, causing them to curl into peculiar “curls.”
• In the center of the flower there are many yellow or white stamens. yellow color.

Margaret Davis

Margaret Davis

• It is a semi-double variety. The coloring is usually two-tone.
• The petals are pink or bright red on the outside, white on the inside.
• The outer border has a width of 3 to 5 mm. The diameter of the flowers of this variety is 10 cm.
• The flowering part of the plant consists of two types of petals.
• The outer petals are quite large and have a rounded shape.
• There are several dozen of them and they are located quite densely.
• The inner petals are narrow, low, usually white.
• Varieties with raspberry inclusions are especially valued.

Lady Campbell

Lady Campbell

• The bush has a fairly large height, reaching up to 1.5 m at home.
• The plant branches well, so it always looks very dense. The foliage has a dark green shiny hue. The flowers are double, similar to peonies.
• Their diameter is 10 cm.
• The flowers have a bright red hue.
• In the center of the petals you can sometimes discern barely noticeable white stripes. The number of flowers on a plant can reach up to hundreds.

Linda Rosazza

Linda Rosazza

• Relatively new variety, developed in the second half of the 20th century in Italy.
• The height of the plant at home is about 1 m.
• The leaves are oval-shaped, slightly pointed at the end. Color green, glossy.
• The flowers have a diameter of up to 10 cm. The flower petals are white. Their edges are slightly terry.
• All petals are uniform, the flower has radial symmetry.

Pink Perfection

Pink Perfection

• A low bush with a compact structure. It is considered one of the most beautiful varieties.
• The color is light pink. All petals are the same shape, slightly curved inside the flower. The diameter of the flowering part is about 9 cm.
• Thanks to the structure of the petals, the flower looks very lush and decorative.
• As a rule, there are 5-6 flowers on the branches. As the bud blooms, the petals do not lose their shape and color.
• Fully bloomed flowers have almost perfect shape; they are very dense and heavy.

Dazaire

Dazaire

• IN natural conditions reaches a height of about 6 m, but at home it is unlikely that you will be able to grow a bush higher than 50 cm.
• However, this will not affect its decorative effect and the number of flowers. Despite the fact that no more than two flowers are formed on each branch, due to good branching, almost the entire bush will be covered with flowers.
• The flowers are pink, up to 12 cm in diameter. Most varieties of the variety are semi-double, two-colored.
• The flowering part is white on the inside and light pink on the outside. The transition in color is carried out gradually.

Ashani

Ashani

• The plant is up to 60 cm high. It has a large number of flowers.
• Flowers with smooth, few petals same size. The color is predominantly red.
• The number of petals rarely exceeds one and a half dozen.
• They are located compactly, closer to the edges of the flower.
• In the center there are many yellow stamens, arranged in a circle in the center of the flower.

Vittorio Emanuel

Vittorio Emanuel

• A low variety with semi-double flowers with non-trivial petal shapes.
• Its petals are convex and slightly bent back.
• The coloring of the variety is very attractive - the background of the leaves is white, but there are pink dots, veins and stripes on it.
• The thickness of the pink elements on the petals can vary widely.
• The flowers have a small diameter - about 6 cm and can often be found under the leaves.
• The leaves of the plant are quite large, light green, without the glossy shade usual for camellias.

Lady Vansittar

Lady Vansittar

• Relatively tall plant(up to 1 m at home), with light green glossy leaves and large flowers, up to 10 cm in diameter.
• Represents multi-colored variety with slightly expressed terry petals.
• All petals have the same shape and size.
• Having grown to a certain size, they no longer grow, but bend back a little.
• When the flower is fully open, the petals are boat-shaped.
• The coloring of the petals is predominantly two-color (pink and red).
• Moreover, each color occupies a specific segment of the petal: there is no change in color in the transverse direction.
• In the center of the flower, several dozen bright yellow stamens on long white stalks are located around the circumference.

Tricolor

Tricolor

• A low plant with short oval petals of bright green color with a glossy tint.
• The flowers have a diameter of up to 8 cm.
• The petals of the flowers are predominantly white, but sometimes they have some pink or red stripes.
• Their thickness can be very different.
• In the center of the flower there are bright yellow stamens.
• Their color contrasts well with the background of the flower, so Tricolor flowers are visible from afar.

Chanders Red

Chanders Red

• A plant up to 80 cm high, with dense flowers of rich red color.
• The leaves are round in shape, up to 5 cm in diameter. The flower dimensions are about 10 cm.
• The petals of the flower are the same size and shape, pointed at the end.
• On average, about two dozen blooming flowers appear on one plant during flowering.

Camellia Home

Japanese camellia at home - winter flower from Asia: description, varieties, cultivation and care, reproduction (100+ Photos & Videos) + Reviews

Camellia is an evergreen shrub and tree small sizes, whose homelands are Japan, Korea, China, the tropics and subtropics of East Asia, and the Philippine Islands. This beautiful ornamental plant was first brought to Europe in the 17th century by the famous naturalist and wandering priest Camelius, in whose honor it received its official name.

The leaves of Camellia japonica have an elliptical or ovoid shape, are leathery to the touch, glossy, and grow singly or in groups of 2-3. This plant has both beautiful leaves, and flowers: simple, semi-double or double in a wide variety of shades. Most often, camellia flowers are white or red, but there are varieties with beautiful pink, salmon, and yellow petals.

The diameter of the flowers is quite large - about 8-10 cm in diameter, and they differ in a somewhat unnatural way appearance And complete absence smell. Large, brightly colored camellia flowers look very impressive against the background of dark green leaves.

Camellia japonica Features of flowering

In our area, Japanese camellia blooms in the cold season, when there is unusually little flowering bushes or trees. The most early varieties They begin to bloom at the end of December, and the latest ones - already in March. Camellia – cold-resistant plant, and is able to withstand air temperatures dropping to -10C. Surprisingly, the most lush flowering in this plant it is observed at a temperature of 10-12C. It should not be forgotten that both excessively high and low temperatures negatively affect camellia flowering.

If the air temperature increases sharply, then the flowers that have managed to open will quickly fall off, and the buds that have formed will never open. When there is frost, the blossoming flowers die instantly, but the buds, on the contrary, are well preserved, and when more favorable conditions flowering resumes again. If during flowering the air temperature drops to -10C, the camellia buds themselves are damaged, which open when warmer, but the flowers turn out to be downright ugly.

The plants themselves are much more resistant to cold, and even in the harshest winters, neither their leaves nor even their shoots freeze. Japanese camellia flowers bloom for a very long time - up to three to four weeks, and even if they are cut, they can please the eye for at least two weeks. When growing camellia in room conditions it can not only bloom profusely, but even bear fruit.

Camellia japonica - home care

Camellia prefers bright, but diffused lighting. Therefore, the most optimal location for it will be the western and eastern windows. The north side will not provide the plant with what it needs good growth light, and in the south - the plant will need to be shaded from direct sunlight. In order for the camellia to develop harmoniously and grow proportionally, from time to time you need to turn the pot with the plant. However, this should never be done when the buds appear, otherwise they will begin to crumble.

In the summer, it is advisable to take the Japanese camellia out into the fresh air, while protecting it from bright sunlight. Ideal temperature in spring and summer it will be 20-25 C. In order for buds to form, the air temperature should not exceed 18 C, and during flowering - 8-12 C. With more high temperature the plant may drop its buds, and those flowers that manage to bloom will look unattractive.

If daylight hours are too short, flower buds able to form at lower temperatures. Also this ornamental plant It is necessary to ensure regular circulation of fresh air. As for watering, the Japanese camellia should never be filled with water. It needs to be watered abundantly, but evenly, so that the top layer of the substrate has time to dry. Water the plant with soft, pre-settled water. If in winter the flower is kept in fairly cool conditions, then it should be watered with extreme caution and ensure that the soil does not become sour.

If this happens, the plant will begin to shed buds, and its leaves will take on a brown color.

Japanese camellia loves high humidity air, so it is preferable to place the pot with the plant on a tray with wet expanded clay or pebbles, and periodically spray the leaves. During flowering, spraying should be carried out especially carefully and ensure that water does not get on the flowers.

Camellia should be fed every three weeks throughout the year. However, fertilizers should be applied in very small doses, since the plant is very sensitive to them and excess fertilizer is fraught with danger to its health. The best fertilizers for camellia are those intended for acidic soils containing nitrogen, potassium, sulfur and phosphorus.

Soil for Japanese camellia

Camellia does not tolerate saline soils and calcareous soils very well, so garden soil is not suitable for growing it. It is better to opt for forest land from under coniferous trees, heather shrubs. With increased acidity of the substrate, camellia practically does not absorb iron, which can cause the disease chlorosis (yellowing and falling leaves, dropping buds).

There are several main causes of plant diseases. When the temperature is too high, or when watering is rare or, on the contrary, frequent, camellia begins to lose its buds. If the soil in the pot is too wet, crusty growths begin to form on the leaves of the plant. If felt marks become noticeable in the leaf axils and on the stems white coating, then this is a sign of the appearance of mealybugs.

These pests suck the juices from the plant and release substances harmful to it. In this case, you should manually collect the scale insects and treat the plant with soapy water. If black spots appear on the camellia, then they are caused by sooty fungi. To get rid of them, just wash them off with soft warm water.

Camellia japonica prized for its dark green, leathery leaves and showy delicate flowers, inspiring romantic exploits.

Camellia belongs to the tea family. Its relationship with tea plants is indicated by beautiful dark green, leathery, as if varnished, leaves with barely noticeable jagged edges. Camellias bloom in spring. They delight the eye with pink, red and white flowers. Flowers can be semi-double or double.

Growth pattern

Depending on the type, camellias can reach from 1 to 2 m in height.

Colors and varieties

Devoted camellia fans can choose plants from a wide variety of varieties. It is worth paying attention to the variety "Adolphe Audusson" with red, semi-double flowers. The "Debutante" variety blooms double, pink flowers In addition, it reaches small sizes - only about 1 m in height.

Exposition

Camellias look especially beautiful as tapeworms if they grow in large containers. Small plants look beautiful in white pots reminiscent of Chinese vases. Large species are especially good in white wooden vessels.

Camellia in different time of the year

June-September : The air temperature during this period is favorable for growing plants outside. Camellias can be taken out to the balcony, terrace or garden. Choose a shaded place for them. Plants only need watering during prolonged drought. Remember to feed your camellias regularly throughout the season.

October-February : camellias are brought into a room with a temperature of 7-13°C. At this time, the plants do not need feeding. March-May: camellia flowering time. Blooming flowers stay on the plant for a week, flowering lasts about a month. It is recommended to leave 1-2 of the strongest buds at the end of each shoot and remove the rest (as a result, fewer buds fall off and larger flowers develop). From the moment new shoots begin to form, camellias need regular feeding.

Camellia japonica: description, features of care at home

Camellia japonica is a woody shrub native to Japan, China and Korea. In Russia the plant is grown as indoor flower. In the wild, camellia is unpretentious; at home, the shrub requires care.

Description

The branched woody trunk reaches 9–11 m in height. In indoor conditions, camellia growth is limited to 1.2–1.4 m. Smooth purple-brown shoots are covered with a waxy coating. The glossy, leathery, dark green leaves are pointed at the end. Bottom sheet plates dotted with radiating veins.

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Camellia japanese blooms from October to March

The buds are tight and dense. Double flowers 11–15 cm in diameter are arranged singly. Pink, white or red petals form a dense rosette. The plant blooms from mid-October to late March.

The fruit is an oblong capsule with round seeds. Fruiting begins in mid-May.

The branched rhizome of the flower is located close to the soil surface. The roots are fragile and tender; when overwatered, they rot and atrophy. Root system suffers during transportation: the roots are torn and deformed.

Home care

The plant prefers moist, acidic soils. Grows in places with diffused light, protected from gusts of wind and drafts. Does not tolerate chalky tap water.

Rules of care:

• The room temperature should not exceed +15...+17 °C. When the air gets too dry, camellia sheds its buds and inflorescences.
• Water the flower 2-3 times a week, do not allow the soil to dry out.
• In winter, place the plant in a room with an air temperature of +4...+6 °C for 30–35 days. This will increase the duration and abundance of flowering.
• Feed camellia 2-3 times a year with organic and mineral fertilizers.

During flowering, you cannot change the position of the bush in relation to the light source. During the winter months, place the flower pot under artificial light.

After flowering ends, prune the plant to form a bush. Remove old and diseased shoots, dried flowers and leaves. After pruning, camellia may hurt.

The plant is susceptible to aphids, mealybug, scale insects and spider mite. Treat the shoots and leaves of the flower chemicals against pests.

Camellia japonica is an evergreen shrub used in interior decoration. Grown in greenhouses and botanical gardens. Demanding on temperature conditions and soil structure.